Children are the living messages we send to a time we will not see. ~John W. Whitehead

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Though I truly have no idea whether anyone benefitted
from my concerted effort last year, I am here again, asking for your help; as the needs have not changed.And with little change in the economic woes, well— let’s face it!The only ones feeling the “recovery” the media is hinting at are those who never took a complete
dive in the first place.

Right here, in our own national back yard, there
are those who live each day in hopelessness. Who of you will become that glimmer of Hope personified?

As regards the quote above (by John W. Whitehead),
we are the living benefactors of a time many will never see. But the financial hardships of late are great. And
severe weather threatens our crops, our health, and the very homes and land we cherish. To the children we may never
see, what legacy are you willing to give?

We are each other's harvest ... We are each other's magnitude and bond. ~ Gwendolyn Brooks.

Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. ~Mother Teresa

With what limited time I am able to spend working on such
issues, last year was all about gathering the necessary information. This year I trust you will find things more
concise and easier to follow.

What is new this year? There is a navigational bar at the top of each page related to the drive.

The Drive Specifics link is where you will find introductory information and a section of local and national Stores, with links
to their weekly ads & specials. A helpful way to
stretch and make the best use of your charitable dollars.

The TMVCNA link is where you will find specific information regarding the Miami Valley Council for Native American's
yearly drive for clothing and school supplies; along with this year's itineray. There is also information regarding
their association with SunWatch Indian Village & Archaeological Park.